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Creating a home which respects its natural surroundings is increasingly popular, but there’s one eco home in Llandevaud near Newport which does more than pay lip service to the idea of an environmentally-aware lifestyle.

Creating a home which respects its natural surroundings is increasingly popular, but there’s one eco home in Llandevaud near Newport which does more than pay lip service to the idea of an environmentally-aware lifestyle.

Originally an orchard, the recently-constructed Fairfield Manor enjoys a fine balance between contemporary design and cosy living. This exquisite home is set in 2.5 acres of grounds and benefits from magnificent views of the surrounding countryside.

The beautifully-presented accommodation boasts five bedrooms, four en-suites and an indoor swimming pool, while above the detached garage there is a home office suite.

The owners have designed the property with future efficiency in mind, and the property won a Building Excellence Award 2011.

Situated in a highly sought-after village location, the impressive Fairfield Manor has been finished to an exceptionally high standard and benefits from many architecturally designed efficiency savings, such as argon-filled triple glazing, an air recovery system, solar panels and a rain water harvesting system.

Off the bright hall is a bespoke oak staircase and a light and airy drawing room with a sandstone fireplace and oak flooring.

At the heart of the home is the spectacular open plan kitchen/living room/dining room, and completing the ground floor is a separate utility room, cloakroom, indoor heated swimming pool and study.

From the first floor feature landing there is access to five delightful bedrooms, the master suite with its own en-suite. The remaining bedrooms are all well-proportioned, three of which benefit from en-suite shower rooms. Additionally on this floor is a family bathroom.

About an acre of the grounds are currently used as garden while the rest remains as field. The garden is mostly laid to lawn but a shrubbery and mature trees bring colour and leafy shade to certain areas. A terrace at the back of the house enjoys the sunshine and the wonderful views.

Fairfield Manor in Llandevaud, near Newport, is on the market with Fine for £1.2m. for more information, go to www.fine.co.uk or call 02920 226129.

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